MakeUseOf's Lesser-Known Google Maps Features

Some of you might me Google Maps aficionados that are already hip to the tips and tricks that get your from point A to point B more easily. But for those of us still learning the ropes, MakeUseOf.com has compiled a few handy Google Maps features...

From setting your own route to avoid tolls, to using congestion overlays to slide around gridlock, MakeUseOf.com has got you covered.

Our favorite tip? Google Maps actually can predict where there should be rough traffic based historical data of certain days and times. Check out the whole list here.